Early Childhood Educator Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Early Childhood Educator includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Teaching and following a daily routine.
  • Adapting the program to suit the needs of the individual child or group.
  • Consistently planning innovative ways of keeping children actively engaged.
  • Imparting knowledge to children through fun and play.
  • Ensuring the social and emotional growth of the child.
  • Addressing the physical needs of the individual child or group.
  • Composing detailed reports for parents.
  • Meeting with The Head of Department and Principal on a regular basis.
  • Adhering to the guidelines of the Education Department and State.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Early Childhood Educator duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Early Childhood Educator roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.


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